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FB03 MLK

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1199cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1199cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 36,453 miles on the clock, averaging 1,391 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for FB03 MLK

MOT Status
Due date passed
36,453
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
1,391

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading36,453 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,391
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FB03 MLK 19k24k28k32k36k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage36,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,453 miles
Since last MOT+2,180 miles
PASS
Mileage34,273 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,273 miles
Since last MOT+851 miles
PASS
Mileage33,422 miles
Since last MOT+304 miles
PASS
Mileage33,118 miles
Since last MOT+347 miles
PASS
Mileage32,771 miles
Since last MOT+940 miles
PASS
Mileage31,831 miles
Since last MOT+1,843 miles
PASS
Mileage29,988 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,988 miles
Since last MOT+1,546 miles
PASS
Mileage28,442 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,442 miles
Since last MOT+1,890 miles
PASS
Mileage26,552 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,552 miles
Since last MOT+706 miles
PASS
Mileage25,846 miles
Since last MOT+1,153 miles
PASS
Mileage24,693 miles
Since last MOT+5,317 miles
PASS
Mileage19,376 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)

Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).

Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)

Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).

Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links

Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).

Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)

Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 MLK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1199cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFB — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FB03 MLK

What car is FB03 MLK?

FB03 MLK is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FB03 MLK?

The last recorded mileage for FB03 MLK was 36,453 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FB03 MLK passed its MOT?

FB03 MLK has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2018.

Is FB03 MLK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FB03 MLK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FB03 MLK?

FB03 MLK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.